Commonwealth Shared Scholarships for Fully Funded Masters in the UK (2026) – All Fields Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom in United Kingdom

The Commonwealth Shared Scholarships offer fully funded opportunities for high-quality postgraduate students from eligible Commonwealth countries to pursue a Masters degree in the United Kingdom for the 2026/27 academic year. These scholarships are designed to support individuals who demonstrate outstanding talent and potential for leadership, particularly those who would not otherwise be able to afford to study in the UK. The program is administered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK and aligns with international development objectives, aiming to foster sustainable development and innovation in scholars' home countries.

Scholarship coverage includes full tuition fees, approved airfare to and from the UK, a generous living allowance (£1,452 or £1,781 per month depending on location), a warm clothing allowance, a thesis grant, and a study travel grant. The scholarships are available for a wide range of Masters programs at participating UK universities, including but not limited to fields such as biology, environmental science, medical science, chemistry, physics, computer science, economics, political science, sociology, psychology, business, education, mathematics, statistics, and public health.

To be eligible, applicants must be citizens of or have refugee status in an eligible Commonwealth country and be permanently resident there. By September 2026, candidates must hold a first degree of at least upper second-class (2:1) honours standard, or a lower second-class degree plus a relevant postgraduate qualification. Applicants must not have studied or worked for more than one academic year in a high-income country and must be unable to afford to study in the UK without this scholarship. All required supporting documentation, including proof of citizenship, academic transcripts, and two references, must be submitted via the online application system. There is no age limit for applicants.

The application process involves applying for admission to an approved Masters course at a participating UK university and submitting a separate scholarship application through the CSC Central online system. The deadline for applications is 9 December 2025 at 16:00 GMT. Candidates are encouraged to apply early and ensure all documentation is complete and submitted before the deadline. For more information, applicants should consult the official scholarship page and resources provided by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission.